The Art of Writing

Precise perception is perhaps the most important factor for a text’s success. This course will train our perception and attention to detail and will make us aware of our own talent and style in the area of (creative) writing. We will work with classic texts of different genres in order to analyze how these texts are “constructed” (perspective, choice of motifs, sound, etc.). Our observations in this area will inspire our own individual writing. Participants will learn the basics for composing reports (interview and investigation techniques, organization of material, etc.), portraits/characterizations (what characterizes a person?), and travel writings/travelogues (portrayal of landscapes and spaces). Based on this realistic and concrete foundation, we will be able to delve into creative and fictional prose.